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Gerardo Santeiro Obituary

SANTEIRO, GERARDO JAVIER (JERRY) We are deeply saddened by the death of Jerry Santeiro on Thursday, September 5, 2013. The great-great grandson of Gerardo Machado (the 5th President of Cuba), Jerry was born in Havana, Cuba March 11, 1951, and immigrated to Miami with his family in 1960. He graduated from Christopher Columbus High School in 1968, earned his Bachelor of Industrial Engineering degree from Georgia Tech in 1972 and an MBA from Florida International University in 1980. Jerry's early career included 24 years at Florida Power & Light Company, most notably as External Affairs Manager. Most recently, and for the past seven years, he was Executive Director of the Guardianship Program of Dade County. Passionate about life and living in Miami, Jerry was actively involved in numerous organizations throughout the community, and capably served as Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce Chair; Alliance for Aging, Inc. Chair; Coral Gables Community Foundation Chair; Rotary Club of Coral Gables President and in leadership positions on the boards of the South Florida Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; and Coral Gables Congregational United Church of Christ Community Arts Program. After serving several years on the Senior Advisory Council for the City of Coral Gables, Jerry was recently appointed by Coral Gables Mayor Jim Cason to the City of Coral Gables Advisory Board on Disability Affairs. Jerry, predeceased by his father, Luis Santeiro, is survived by his partner, John Carson; his mother, Maria Grau Santeiro; daughter, Christina Santeiro-Toole (Jason); granddaughters, Nina Isabella and Lourdes Elena Toole; sisters, Lourdes Gaztambide (Mario) and Mequi Santalla (Juan); brothers, Luis M. Santeiro, Francisco Santeiro (Jeanette), and Carlos Santeiro (Dani); and numerous beloved nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Jerry will be particularly remembered for his dry and quick-witted sense of humor; for tirelessly and selflessly giving his time and talent to the Coral Gables community he loved so much; and for his infectious love of life and for the people who filled his world. Visitation and a celebration of Jerry's life will be held Monday, September 9, 2013, 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Stanfill Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held Tuesday, September 10, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at Coral Gables Congregational United Church of Christ, 3010 De Soto Boulevard, Coral Gables, Florida 33134. Memorial contributions may be made in Jerry's name to Coral Gables Congregational United Church of Christ or to the Coral Gables Congregational UCC Community Arts Program.

Published by Miami Herald on Sep. 8, 2013.
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Nine years ago Jerry left us way to soon. There are times we hear a phrase or see something that reminds us of our good friend. Jerry had a quick wit and his off the cuff remarks made us smile and sometimes moan. To this day Steve and I say, "Jerry would say something like that!" Jerry you may be gone but you are not forgotten. John, you had a good partner in life. Steve & Dwight

Steve & Dwight

Friend

September 3, 2022

Como bien escribió mi hermano Eduardo con la partida de Gerardo perdemos a alguien muy querido que sentimos parte de nuestra familia.
No sólo estamos agradecidos por los momentos felices que vivimos juntos sino también por todo el apoyo que nos dieron al llegar a nuestro exilio.
Mis sinceras condolencias a la tía nenita y a mis primos.
Reciban todos un fuerte abrazo y muchos cariños.

Jorge Scull

October 15, 2013

Me duele mucho el no haber estado presente en el funeral de mi amigo de infancia Gerardo, el no haberlo visto más desde que teníamos 10 años y el no poder abrazar a Nenita, Luis Manuel, Rogelio y Mequi, que me dieron momentos tan felices en mi infancia y a todos sus familiares que son para mí también parte de nuestra familia. Un fuerte abrazo a todos!

Eduardo Scull

October 15, 2013

My deepest condolences to all friends and family. Jerry had the best wicked sense of humor. It was an honor to know him. He will be greatly missed.

Helen Colby

September 20, 2013

September 10, 2013

Jerry was a board member of the SFLHCC and so respected and admired by all of us. He was dedicated to our community and we served together in the Board of the Alliance for Aging. He will be missed by all of us who cared so much for him. Liliam Lopez

Liliam Lopez

September 10, 2013

Thank You Jerry for the years we've known each other and your kind generosity. You'll truly be missed by many and God has a special place for you.

Rene Cibran

September 10, 2013

Jerry was a great supporter of the arts in our community. As a former board member of the Arts & Business Council he strengthened our board and become a friend and mentor. We are saddened by his loss. Our thoughts are with his many friends and family.
Laura Bruney

September 9, 2013

Jerry, thank you for years you have given me. Your warm hello's, your smile, jokes, humorous cards and encouraging words will be greatly missed. Being the head of the agency and knowing all your accomplishments, you made us proud. My prayers are with the Santeiro Family.

Connie White

September 9, 2013

Jerry, thank you for years you have given me. Your warm hello's, your smile, jokes and encouraging words will be greatly missed. Being the head of the agency and knowing all your accomplishments, you made us proud. My prayers are with the Santeiro Family.

Debra Roberson-Davis

September 9, 2013

Those of us who served with Jerry on the Alliance for Aging board will miss him dearly. Our deepest simpathy to a dedicated public servant and a great person. Ron Thompkins, A Past Board Chair.

Ronald Thompkins, CPA

September 9, 2013

September 9, 2013

Jerry you will be remembered by all that work with you at FPL. My condolences to the family and friends.

Liliana "Lily" Milito

September 9, 2013

Rest in Peace Jerry. Our community lost a great friend. Will miss you!

Irela Bagué

September 9, 2013

I miss you "El Santo".

Helen Gynell

September 9, 2013

Jerry will be missed! A special friend with a wonderful heart, engaging smile and a mischievous twinkle in his eye. It was always my pleasure to spend time with him at Coral Gables Chamber events.

Linda Knudsen

September 9, 2013

Jerry was a great humanitarian. We were blessed to have such a man to lead our agency and add to our continued success. We loved him and will truly miss his presence. John, I pray that God will comfort you and the Santeiro Family during this difficult time of sorrow.

Regina Roberts

September 9, 2013

We will so miss that wonderful smile and the positive spirit of Jerry. He leaves a large legacy of great deeds that benefitted his community.

Marti Mang

September 9, 2013

Great individual, full of cheer and life. Jerry never let life's worries overcome him but overcame life with humor and a smile. You will be missed.

Abed Johnson

September 9, 2013

Jerry was my beloved executive director, he is the kind of leader that make you want to come to work. He will be truly missed. My condolences go out to his friends and his family.

Aurilien Jean

September 9, 2013

Jerry was a great man and amazing leader. I had the opportunity of working with Jerry at FPL almost 30 years ago and again while practicing as an attorney . He cared deeply for those that worked under him, always dendended the underdog and brought much joy to the lives of many. He will be deeply missed.

Luis Barreto

September 9, 2013

Our community lost a champion. May you rest in peace Jerry, you will be missed by many.

Judy Fisher

September 9, 2013

Jerry will be remembered as our friend and beloved leader at Guardianship Program. He helped this organization shine and he will be missed greatly. My condolences to his family and friends. He will never be forgotten!

Heidi G.

September 9, 2013

Jerry was our beloved leader. He will be truly missed as he was loved by all and always had something funny to say. My condolences go out to John for his loss and Jerry's family.

Ambar Milanes

September 9, 2013

My sincerest condolences to all of Jerry's family and friends. Our community has lost a valuable and cherished advocate, friend, and leader. Jerry was always upbeat, positive, friendly and witty. He had a smile and a good word for everyone. We will miss him.

Christopher Zoller

September 9, 2013

We have known Jerry for over 30 years and he was taken from us much too soon. He loved life and had a unique sense of humor that made him the man we all loved. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his partner, John Carson, his family, and his many friends. Jerry's candle will always burn brightly with our memories of him.

Steve and Dwight

September 8, 2013

My condolences to John, Nenita, and all the Santeiro family. I will miss Jerry's wit and hilarious sarcasm, his good cheer, and his positive spirit. There will be such a void at Thanksgiving, when I was always fortunate to spend time with Jerry. With great sympathy, Ann O'B

Ann O'Brien

September 8, 2013

Jerry will be remembered as a dedicated volunteer, serving our community. It was a pleaure knowing him through the C G Chamber. Our prayers are with John, Jerry's family and friends.

Carol Ellis-Cutler

September 8, 2013

To all of Jerry's family and wide circle of friends, I send my love and deepest condolences. I fondly remember Jerry during our days at FPL and treasured his friendship ever since. We will all miss his wonderful smile, humor, and spirit.

diane brant

September 8, 2013

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